Historic Home Renovation

Modernizing Spaces with Character


Enjoy the integrity of a historic home, enhanced for modern living. Investing in real estate has been a passion for Ellen O'Connor for decades. Renovating and restoring 19 properties, including several Skaneateles NY homes, Ellen has mastered the art of identifying an under-performing asset and turning it around.

Ellen's latest project is a multi-unit historic home situated in the village of Fayetteville, NY. Built in 1860, this neglected property offered a ripe opportunity to produce positive cash flow.

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Breaking Records

 


In just 6 weeks, Ellen transformed this outdated home into a delightful multi-unit apartment building. It was a huge success! Renting quickly, the first unit set a historic rental record for a 1 bedroom apartment unit in Fayetteville, NY.

To learn more about this project and how she did it, read Ellen's first-hand account in this blog post. And browse the Instagram page A House Refined for a behind-the-scenes look at more historic home renovations.

RECENT RENOVATIONS

Before & After

Explore our recent upgrade to a charming 2 bed 1 bath home in Fayetteville, New York.

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A Fresh Face

 


Set in Fayetteville, New York is a charming 700 square foot, 1 bedroom apartment unit with original wide pine plank hardwood floors, 8.5 foot ceilings and a large front porch. Ellen brought life back into the unit while preserving the historic architecture, like the original open shelving.

To learn more about this project and how she did it, read Ellen's story in this blog post. And follow our Instagram page A House Refined for a behind-the-scenes look at historic home renovations.

RECENT RENOVATIONS

Before & After

Explore the chic historic renovation of Unit 3 in Fayetteville, New York.

Setting the world’s highest standard.


A top Skaneateles realtor partnered with Sotheby's International Realty, Ellen O'Connor is an expert on historic home renovation and property investment in the Skaneateles real estate market. See how Ellen can illuminate your real estate investment in New York.

Real estate sold by real experts.


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Ellen O'Connor offers impeccable service to real estate clients in the Central New York region, with a specialized focus on waterfront and distinctive properties.

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